The Story⚡
In the shadowed corridors of the 1897 Benin Kingdom, under the weight of colonial invasion, a young orphan named Osamede uncovers ancient powers tied to a sacred stone. At the premiere, Lilian Olubi shares deep thoughts on the making of the movie.
Tell Me More
At the Lagos premiere of Osamede, executive producer Lilian Olubi, a finance professional turned filmmaker with roots in Edo State, delivered closing remarks that captured the film’s deeper purpose. “Osamede’s story shows us how Africa can be great,” she stated, emphasizing the narrative’s role in highlighting resilience and self-determination. Olubi, who developed the project after a successful stage play adaptation that drew strong audience interest, elaborated on the film’s potential beyond entertainment.
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She noted that the attendance of Nigeria’s Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, at the Genesis Cinema screening underscored the federal government’s view of the creative sector as vital economic infrastructure. With over 17 million Nigerians in the diaspora and rising global interest in authentic African stories, Olubi positioned Osamede as a tool for cultural diplomacy and economic expansion, reaching audiences across territories.
Directed by James Omokwe and starring Ivie Okujaye in the lead, the Edo-language epic blends historical fantasy with superhero elements, drawing from the real events of the British invasion to explore themes of identity restoration and communal strength. Olubi’s vision, born from a spiritual connection to Benin heritage, transforms a local tale into a broader reflection on Africa’s capacity for renewal.
In Summary
Osamede is now showing in cinemas nationwide.
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